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Shaaban Hamed

Shaaban Hamed

Khobar,Saudi Arabia

Summary

I am a seasoned mechanical engineer with 16 years of experience specializing in the construction of power plants, oil and gas projects. My expertise lies in project management, planning, strategic leadership, and optimizing financial performance. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated exceptional leadership abilities and a consistent track record of successfully driving business growth.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Corporate Contracts Director

Emkan Holding Company
Khobar, Eastern Province
2023.03 - Current
  • Managed business operations, financial performance and investments of company.
  • Supervised and developed high-achieving staff, providing orientation, training, support and direction.
  • Managed daily operations by overseeing financials, key performance indicators and employee performance.
  • Designed business strategies to obtain short and long-term goals for company.

Responsibilities:

1. Contract Management: Oversee the entire lifecycle of contracts, from negotiation and drafting to execution and renewal.

2. Contract Development: Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to develop contract templates and ensure legal compliance.

3. Negotiation: Lead contract negotiations with clients, vendors, and partners to secure favorable terms and conditions.

4. Risk Assessment: Identify and assess potential risks within contracts and develop strategies to mitigate them.

5. Legal Compliance: Ensure contracts adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, working closely with the legal department.

6. Contract Review: Review and analyze contract terms and conditions to ensure alignment with business objectives.

7. Relationship Management: Foster strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to maintain positive contractual engagements.

8. Contract Administration: Oversee contract administration processes, including amendments, extensions, and terminations.

9. Performance Monitoring: Monitor contract performance and compliance, taking proactive measures to address issues.

10. Team Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, finance, sales, and procurement, to align contract strategies with overall business goals.

cocts simultaneously while meeting deadline.

General manager

Saad Ali El Essa group for contracting
Khobar, Eastern Province
2019.09 - 2023.03
  • Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
  • Monitored and evaluated teams, identifying and targeting opportunities for improvement.
  • Resolved internal staff conflicts to mutual benefits of all parties involved.
  • Scheduled regular team meetings to discuss business updates, issues and recommendations.

Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership:

- Develop and implement the company's strategic vision, goals, and objectives.

- Provide leadership and direction to all departments, ensuring alignment with the company's mission and values.

- Identify new business opportunities and formulate strategies to expand the company's market presence.

- Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

2. Financial Management:

- Oversee the financial performance of the company, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

- Develop and implement financial strategies to optimize profitability and ensure long-term sustainability.

- Monitor and control costs, expenses, and cash flow to achieve financial objectives.

- Identify and manage financial risks, implementing appropriate mitigation measures.

3. Project Management:

- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

- Collaborate with project managers to resolve issues, mitigate risks, and optimize resource allocation.

- Monitor project progress, reviewing performance metrics and implementing corrective actions as needed.

- Foster effective communication and collaboration among project teams, clients, and stakeholders.

4. Client Relationship Management:

- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

- Identify opportunities for contract renewals, extensions, and new business development.

- Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to develop strategies for client acquisition and retention.

- Address client concerns and complaints in a timely and professional manner.

5. Team Leadership and Development:

- Recruit, hire, and train qualified personnel, ensuring the availability of skilled resources to support business operations.

- Provide effective leadership and guidance to employees, fostering a positive work environment and promoting teamwork.

- Set performance targets, conduct regular performance evaluations, and implement employee development plans.

- Encourage professional growth and provide coaching and mentoring to enhance individual and team capabilities.

Operations manager

Saad Ali El Essa group for contracting
Khobar, Eastern Province
2016.10 - 2019.09
  • Led overall direction, coordination and evaluation of department functions.
  • Strategically scheduled and managed [Number]+ staff members, maintaining high-performing business operations.
  • Managed and motivated high-performing teams for successful KPI attainment.
  • Analysed financial data to track and achieve budget targets.

Responsibilities:

1. Project Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that they are delivered on time, within budget, and according to specifications.

2. Resource Allocation: Coordinate and allocate resources, including labor, equipment, and materials, to ensure optimal utilization and efficiency.

3. Team Leadership: Provide leadership and guidance to project teams, motivating and inspiring them to achieve project goals and deliver high-quality results.

4. Budget Management: Monitor project budgets, track expenses, and implement cost-control measures to ensure projects are financially viable and profitable.

5. Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain quality control processes and standards to ensure that projects meet or exceed client expectations and industry standards.

6. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks and issues that may impact project timelines, budgets, and overall success. Develop contingency plans to address unforeseen circumstances.

7. Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, addressing their concerns and resolving any issues that may arise during the project lifecycle.

8. Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and safety standards to maintain a safe and ethical working environment.

9. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement, implement best practices, and drive operational efficiency across the organization.

10. Reporting and Documentation: Prepare accurate and timely reports, including project status updates, financial reports, and other documentation as required

Area manager

Saad Ali El Essa group for contracting
Khobar, Eastern Province
2014.08 - 2016.10
  • Drove revenue increases and team morale by developing and deploying incentivised sales contests.
  • Conducted training sessions to educate employees on best practices and procedures, increasing team performance.
  • Managed staffing schedules for high numbers of employees, delivering operational efficiency whilst remaining under budget.
  • Expanded client bases by [Number]%, building lasting relationships to grow profit.

  • Responsibilities:
    - Manage and coordinate multiple construction projects within a designated area.
    - Lead a team of project managers, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors.
    - Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
    - Foster client relationships and address their needs throughout the project lifecycle.
    - Allocate resources efficiently and optimize productivity.
    - Monitor project sites for compliance with safety regulations and industry best practices.
    - Control project budgets and implement cost-saving measures.
    - Identify and mitigate project risks and challenges.
    - Prepare accurate reports and documentation for stakeholders.
    - Stay updated with industry trends and implement innovative solutions.

Senior mechanical engineer

Mega for Construction and Industries Company
Cairo, Egypt
2012.10 - 2014.08
  • Collaborated with engineering team to complete projects.
  • Used investigative troubleshooting strategies to efficiently locate and diagnose system faults.
  • Led project scheduling and budgeting to successfully complete engineering projects within target parameters.
  • Advised technical teams on achieving optimal machine assembly and performance.
  • Client: Initec Energia
    Consultant: PGESCO
    Sub-Contractor: MEGA

    Scope of Work: Fabrication & erection of BOP (CP118) Piping, supports and related equipment’s.
    Project: GIZA NORTH POWER STATION COMPINED CYCLE
    PROJECT (2x750 MW ) CP 118
    Position: Piping & Mechanical Engineer
    Material used: Stainless steel, Carbon steel, P11, P22 & P91.
    Duties:
    • Follow up and management the fabrication & erection of piping and pipe supports.
    • Follow up and management all the pre-commissioning activities for piping systems (Blowing, flushing, leak tests, cleaning and reinstatement) and preparing all the necessary tools & equipment’s.
    • Preparing for hydrostatic & pneumatic tests (limits, ventilation points, drainage points, equipment’s & necessary tools).
    • Preparing outstanding work punch list for recognition of mechanical completion.
    • Preparing piping construction as built & mark-up for final data dossier.
  • Project: BANHA POWER STATION COMPINED CYCLE PROJECT (750 MW) CP101.
  • Scope of Work: Erection of 2 Gas Turbine Units(2x250 9FA )
    Position: Piping & Mechanical Engineer Material used: Stainless steel, Carbon steel Duties:
    • Follow up and management the fabrication & erection of GT piping & related interconnecting piping including On Base , Off Base Piping & pipe supports.
    • Follow up and management all the pre-commissioning activities for piping systems (Blowing, flushing including cooling water-lube oil-liquid fuel-water injection -water wash, leak tests, cleaning and reinstatement) according to GE procedure and preparing all the necessary tools & equipments.
    • Preparing for hydrostatic tests (limits, ventilation points, drainage points, equipments & necessary tools).
    • Preparing outstanding work punch list for recognition of mechanical completion.
    • Preparing piping construction as built & mark-up for final data dossier.

Senior mechanical engineer

Egyptian Maintenance Company
Cairo, Egypt
2011.08 - 2012.10

Egyptian Maintenance Company “EMC”.
Owner: Egyptian Liquefied Natural Gas “ELNG” In Idku
Projects: Waste Heat Recovery and Filter coalescer Projects
Position: Piping & Mechanical Engineer

Duties:
• Prepare Permits (naked flame, hot work and cold work)
and related certificates to work on the site.
• Follow up and management all piping activities
• Preparing for hydrostatic tests (limits, ventilation points, drainage points, equipments & necessary tools).

Mechanical engineer

Mega for Construction and Industries Company
Cairo, Egypt
2011.02 - 2011.08
  • Used investigative troubleshooting strategies to efficiently locate and diagnose system faults.
  • Collaborated with engineering team to complete projects.
  • Led project scheduling and budgeting to successfully complete engineering projects within target parameters.
  • Identified automated processes to improve department efficiency and spending.
  • MEGA for Construction and Industries Co.
    Client: Kharafi National / GE
    Consultant: PGESCO
    Sub-Contractor: MEGA
    Scope of Work: Erection of 4 Gas Turbine Units
    Project: Damietta Power Station (4 x 125 MW Frame 9E )
    Position: Piping & Mechanical Engineer
    Material used: Stainless steel, Carbon steel


    Duties:
    • Follow up and management the fabrication & erection of GT piping & related interconnecting piping including On Base , Off Base Piping & pipe supports.
    • Follow up and management all the pre-commissioning activities for piping systems (Blowing, flushing, leak tests, cleaning and reinstatement) according to GE procedure and preparing all the necessary tools & equipment’s.
    • Preparing for hydrostatic tests (limits, ventilation points, drainage points, equipment’s & necessary tools).
    • Preparing outstanding work punch list for recognition of mechanical completion.
    • Preparing piping construction as built & mark-up for final data dossier.

Mechanical site engineer

Project Services Company
Alex, Egypt
2008.10 - 2011.02
  • Reduced Non-Productive Time (NPT) through risk mitigation and technical troubleshooting.
  • Monitored project-wide compliance to meet internal and external standards.
  • Delivered robust equipment reliability strategy by optimising maintenance routines and defect resolution.
  • Crafted project documentation including work order cards, method statements, construction plans and risk assessments.
  • From September 2010 till February 2011
    -Working for Project Services Company (PSC)
    Client: TCI SANMAR - VTV
    Sub-Contractor: PSC
    Scope of Work: Erection of Ethylene storage tank
    Project:TCI Ethylene storage tank in Port Said
    Position: Piping Engineer
    Material used: Stainless steel, Carbon steel, A553 type 1.
    Duties:
    • Follow up and management all piping activities
    • Preparing for hydrostatic tests (limits, ventilation points, drainage points, equipments & necessary tools).


    From March 2010 till September 2010
    Scope of Work: Main equipment erection ( GT- ST- HRSG- Condenser & related Internal piping )
    Project: Integrated Solar Combined Cycle Power Plant of Kuraymat
    Position: Piping Engineer
    Material used: Stainless steel, Carbon steel, P11, P22 & P91.


    Duties:
    • Follow up and management all piping activities
    ( fabrication & erection )
    • Follow up and management all the pre-commissioning activities for piping systems (Blowing, flushing, leak tests, cleaning and reinstatement) and preparing all the necessary tools & equipment’s.
    • Preparing for hydrostatic tests (limits, ventilation points, drainage points, equipment’s & necessary tools).
    • Preparing outstanding work punch list for recognition of mechanical completion.
    • Preparing piping construction as built & mark-up for final data dossier.


    From October 2008 till March 2010
    Scope of Work: Construction of 2 HRSG units
    Project: SidiKrir Power Station III 750 MW Combined Cycle Project CP105.
    -Erection of two Heat Recovery Steam Generation (HRSG 1,2 ) Position: Piping construction engineer
    Material used: Stainless steel, Carbon steel, P11, P22 & P91.
    Duties:
    • Follow up and management of HRSG piping
    fabrication (carbon steel, stainless steel, P91, P22& P11) including all activities of fabrication like grinding, fit-up, welding &heat treatment.
    • Preparing for hydrostatic tests (limits, ventilation points, drainage points, equipments & necessary tools).
    • Preparing outstanding work punch list for recognition of mechanical completion.
    • Preparing piping construction as built & mark-up for final data dossier.
    • Preparation of test packages.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Power Engineering

Helwan University
Cairo /Egypt
2003.09 - 2008.06

Skills

-Strong knowledge of construction processes, regulations, and best practices

- Exceptional leadership abilities with a track record of successfully managing teams and driving business growth

- Excellent financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis

- Demonstrated project management expertise, including the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently

- Strong client relationship management skills with a focus on customer satisfaction

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders

- Sound decision-making and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement

- Proficiency in relevant software applications and project management tools

Languages

English
Advanced

Timeline

Corporate Contracts Director

Emkan Holding Company
2023.03 - Current

General manager

Saad Ali El Essa group for contracting
2019.09 - 2023.03

Operations manager

Saad Ali El Essa group for contracting
2016.10 - 2019.09

Area manager

Saad Ali El Essa group for contracting
2014.08 - 2016.10

Senior mechanical engineer

Mega for Construction and Industries Company
2012.10 - 2014.08

Senior mechanical engineer

Egyptian Maintenance Company
2011.08 - 2012.10

Mechanical engineer

Mega for Construction and Industries Company
2011.02 - 2011.08

Mechanical site engineer

Project Services Company
2008.10 - 2011.02

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Power Engineering

Helwan University
2003.09 - 2008.06
Shaaban Hamed